1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1993 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1993 Ford Fiesta is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 628 kg more than 1993 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Alvis TA 21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Alvis TA 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TA 21 | 1993 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TA 21 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
